Skivvies and a Sexy Tag!

CC’s love of lingerie and gorgeous models has prompted this very sexy post!
W, March 2008.
Well stated in Vogue, March 2004.
Brazilian Vogue, April 2008.
British Vogue, September 2005.
This vintage photo courtesy Fellow Fashionista Felinofelice.
Daria wearing a Stella McCartney bikini in V.
Dolce & Gabbana ad, 2006.
Cesare Paciotti ad, 2006.
Ilya Fleet harness and bra in V.
Julianne Moore as La Grande Odalisque by Ingres in Vanity Fair.
Kiki de Montparnasse.
MenStyle, June 2008.
Natalia in V.
Numero editorial, March 2007.
Pop editorial, Fall 2003.
RUSSH, September 2008.
Russian Vogue editorial; this and next courtesy Fellow Fashionista Fashion Pulse.
Vanity Fair Italy.
This and next: V, September 2008.
V Swimsuit Issue, 2009.

Tagged by fab Fellow Fashionista Eda of Eda’s Planet
How many times have you been “burned” when it comes to love?

Several… but it was worth it! (French Connection ad, Fall 2008)

Have you ever seduced anybody?

Absolutely! (Vogue Hommes, Spring 2008)

Have you ever been in love with the idea of love?

Yes; once for the better, once for the worse. I love the idea of love that overthrows life. (Spanish Vogue, May 2008)

Did you find the recipe for a stable relationship?

Yes, but I haven’t tested it yet. (Vogue, June 2008)

What's your favorite quote?

"Ever tried, ever failed, no matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better.” –Samuel Beckett
French Vogue, November 2005 by Bruce Weber.

Who do you want to meet right now?

My soul mate. (Marie Claire, November 2007)

What is your favorite color?

Purple. Marchesa strapless silk rosette dress, at net-a-porter.com.

What's your favorite magazine?

Vogue.

Do you admire anyone's style?

Sienna Miller. Kate Moss. Michelle Obama. Doutzen Kroes. My niece, Teagan (she’s 4).

What's your favorite fruit?

Strawberries, preferably freshly picked or covered in dark chocolate! Numero editorial, May 2006.

What inspires you?

Architecture. Beach. Couture. Deconstruction. Editorials. Fellow Fashionistas. Grace. Hope. Illustration. Jocularity. Kites. Love. Music. Nature. Off-duty models (at Dolce & Gabbana, via nymag.com). Postmodernism. Quijote. Running. Sculpture. Theatre. Underwear. Vino. W. Xenophilia. Youth. Zaniness.
CC is tagging all those Fellow Fashionistas who are interested to do this sexy Q&A!
Last photo: Vogue, May 2000.

xoxox,
CC

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Garden Party Glam

Get garden glamorous, darlings! Plan a tempting tea party for your gal pals and be sure you have all the essentials!
First photo courtesy Fellow Fashionista Fashion Moment.
Vogue, September 2003 by Mario Testino.
Italian Vogue, August 2005 by Steven Meisel.
Set the scene with this inviting Chesapeake sectional from potterybarn.com.
Select your attire. Think flirty florals, full skirts, and awesome aprons!
Runway inspiration: Betsey Johnson, via nymag.com.

CC adores this Wink Stella print dress. Available at winkNYC.com.
Erin Wasson for RVCA silk floral dress, at ronherman.com.
Betsey Johnson gingham sundress, at revolveclothing.com.
Nanette Lepore painted rose dress; this and next at shopbop.com.
Caroline Hedaya strapless polka dot party dress.
Catherine Malandrino embroidered cotton dress, at net-a-porter.com.
Purlieu neon dress, at 80spurple.com.
Elizabeth & James Boudier dress, at ronherman.com.
Little Miss Sew frill-back bodice dress, at asos.com.
Rory Beca silk floral trapeze dress, at intermixonline.com.
Lauren by Ralph Lauren Patsy dress, at Bloomingdales.com.
Mink Pink bow-back floral dress, at pixiemarket.com.
For fab and practical footwear, opt for a wedge or a flat.
Stella McCartney hemp espadrille wedge, at intermixonline.com.
Deal of the Day: Rhine wedge $49.99 at wantedshoes.com.
Marc by Marc Jacobs pink flat sandals, at couturezappos.com.
Stow your handkerchief and lip gloss in a chic clutch:
Karen Millen clutch at asos.com.
Fendi floral box clutch, at net-a-porter.com.
CC also loves this Cacharel cotton handbag, at aloharag.com.
Bring out the fine china for your guests. Chelsea Flowers dishes at rosannainc.com.
Jason Miller bone china teacup and saucer. Visit thefutureperfect.com.
Miller Harris teas at millerharris.com.
Elenis daisy and ladybug cookies, to order at elenis.com.
The hostess should always wear a fabulous apron!
Miu Miu apron featured in Vogue, March 2009.
Go to anthropologie.com for these three.
Haute Hostess apron by Elizabeth Scokin, at hautehostessaprons.com.
Last look: Bazaar, 1995.
One lump or two, darlings?
xoxox,
CC

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